Introduction to Sports Massage:-

Massage is a natural therapy, which has probably been in use since the origins of mankind. Sports Massage is used for a number of purposes:

• As part of a warm up in preparation for competition
• As a method of keeping muscles warm and elastic
• To aid recovery  between training sessions
• Helps to rid aches and pains in the muscles after activities
• Assists in avoiding overuse type injuries
• Aids in rehabilitation
• Promotes feeling of well-being and relaxation
• Increases flexibility
• Decreases stresses and tension

Definition of Sports Massage

The scientific manipulation and assessment of the soft tissue for the prevention of injuries, while maintaining good physical condition and health through normalising and improving muscle tone, promoting relaxation, stimulating circulation and producing therapeutic effects on all systems of the body.

The Benefits of Sports Massage

• Improves circulation of blood and lymph
• Reduces muscle tightness
• Recover quicker from injury/decrease further injury
• Reduces muscle soreness
• Reduces adhesions and some scar tissue
• Reduces pain and promotes relaxation
• Improves flexibility
• Enhances athletic performance

Gavin O' Kane
Adv.Dip.Sports Massage
Phone: 07817020292

Visit my treatment room at Roe Valley Leisure Centre, Limavady. Phone for an appointment, mobile service also available.